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Saturday, January 29, 2011

Killer Nachos

From the kitchen of One Perfect Bite...These nachos got their name because the better than pound of cheese used to make them will put you in an early grave. I jest. I think. My family is famous for prefacing the name of any snack made with more than three ingredients with the word "garbage". They mistakenly believe, despite having had the education of princes, that the word is an adjective. Hence, it happens that I have, on occasion, unwittingly served "garbage" from my kitchen. If it's really good garbage, they drop that descriptor and replace it with another of their favorites, "killer". I'm glad I know who their mother is, because there are times their parentage is definitely suspect. At any rate, nachos are a popular snack in this area and I've included them in my Super Bowl menu because so many of our friends expect them. Nachos, even killer nachos, are an assembled snack and once the chopping is done they are an easy game day treat. My recipe is much like all the others that I've seen, save for the fact that I use spicy pepper jack cheese in their assembly. I like the discreet heat the cheese adds to the nachos and it's an easy way to spice up the dish. This is something I make only when we have guests, and to assure that everyone, including the Silver Fox and me, gets at least a few of the fully loaded chips, I make one basket for every four people who are with us for the occasion. These are best constructed just before heating and serving, and it helps to make sure that those things you add to the mix are as dry as they can possibly be. I'm not a big fan of soggy anything and I've had some limp nachos in my time. I've borrowed the quantities used in this recipe from Squidoo, a community website. While the thought of a recipe for nachos may seem silly, it is a great help in determining the quantity of ingredients you need to feed a gang. So, without further ado, I give you the recipe for Killer Nachos.

Directions:1) Brown ground beef in a medium skillet. Drain. Add chili powder, cumin and salt. Set aside.2) Spread a thin layer of refried beans or bean dip over bottom of a platter or shallow, heat-proof bowl to anchor first layer of chips.3) Then spread a layer of chips over beans, top with a layer of cheese, ground beef, onion, tomato and olives. Repeat until all ingredients are used. Or, since this recipe usually makes about 4 layers, you can divide all toppings into 4 portions for even layering.4) Microwave on high until heated through, about 10 minutes, or bake at 375 degrees F. for 20-30 minutes. Serve warm with sour cream and guacamole dip, if desired. Yield: 4 to 6 servings.

Mary...how do you do it? I stand amazed! I thought I was the only one still up blogging! Anyway...I know we are in different time zones but we are definitely on the same wave length when it comes to good food!!! This sounds amazing...and my guest list is growing longer by the minute as I realize I have many a great recipe from you....my Friend...to try out on all my best friends and guests for the Super Bowl! Thanks so much for sharing! love, carolyn

I love nachos. Always have. Always will. Can never get sick of them. They are too too too yummy! These look so good! I may have to go make a feeble version of them with what I have in the fridge right now!:)Valerie

This cracks me up! Perfect name! It's so true too...in order for Nachos to be DELICIOUS you need a TON of cheese! Whenever I make them at home...I'm always looking over my shoulder to make sure noone is watching...and I keep pouring!

Hands down, Nachos are my most favorite of snacky type foods. I deprive myself of them most of the time, but that just makes them that much better when I do indulge. I love that yours have pepper jack on them!

Now this looks like a dish that will get a party started! I love eating nachos, but we don't make them too often. I'll have to try the pepper jack cheese next time! I hope you are having a good weekend with friends and family. Thank you for sharing with me tonight! Many blessings in the week to come.

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